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Upper arm fat can be stubborn. If no amount of gym time seems to fix it, arm liposuction may be your next step. At our Santa Monica office, Dr. Ralph A. Massey offers precise, minimally invasive fat removal to contour leaner, smoother arms—without the long scars or extended recovery of an arm lift.
Arm liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes unwanted fat from the upper arms using small incisions and a thin suction device (called a cannula). Dr. Massey performs tumescent liposuction, a technique that uses a special anesthetic solution to loosen fat and reduce bleeding.
The goal isn’t just to shrink the arm—it’s to shape it. Expect more definition, better proportion, and a smoother transition from shoulder to elbow. It’s smart for patients who want to slim their arms without skin removal.
You might be a great candidate for upper arm liposuction if:
This is especially common in women, and often has more to do with genetics than lifestyle. If you’re tired of hiding your arms in photos or skipping sleeveless outfits, this procedure is worth considering.
The arm liposuction procedure is done in-office under local anesthesia. You’ll be awake but numb and relaxed. Dr. Massey makes two or three small incisions, typically hidden in natural creases, and inserts the cannula to suction out fat.
It usually takes about an hour. Once the fat is removed and the shape looks right, you’ll be wrapped in a compression sleeve to reduce swelling and help the skin settle into its new contour.
Here’s what to expect after arm liposuction surgery:
Most people say it feels more sore than painful. Bruising and swelling are normal. The compression garment can help with both.
Results roll in gradually, but they do show up.
Take progress photos. The difference becomes clearer when you compare.
For many, arm liposuction offers the kind of change that diet and exercise alone can’t consistently deliver. You’ll notice the difference not only in your arms, but in your confidence.
Some of the most common benefits include:
Arm liposuction costs vary depending on the extent of treatment and individual anatomy. Fees typically cover anesthesia, the procedure itself, and post-operative care. Financing plans are available upon request during your consultation.
Dr. Ralph Massey is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon with extensive experience in liposuction. He taught liposuction surgery at Columbia University and currently serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLA.
Having performed hundreds of safe, successful procedures, he’s recognized for his precision and natural-looking results. At the Cosmetic Surgery Center of Santa Monica, Dr. Massey provides highly personalized care in a private, accredited setting. Patients choose him for his skill, honesty, and long-standing commitment to liposuction excellence.
There will be a few tiny scars, which are usually hard to find after healing. Dr. Massey places incisions in discreet spots like the underarm or elbow fold.
Absolutely. Arm liposuction can be paired with back, abdomen, or thigh liposuction—or even nonsurgical skin tightening if needed.
There’s no strict cutoff, but patients closer to their target weight tend to get the best results. If loose skin is a concern, we may recommend other options.
You’ll need to pause heavy exercise for a few weeks, but walking and light movement are encouraged early on. Most patients are back to full workouts by week four.
Feel like your arms just don’t match the rest of your body? Let’s change that. Dr. Ralph A. Massey offers arm liposuction in Santa Monica that helps you feel confident showing your arms again, without long recovery or large scars.
"Dr Massey, you are a rarity today and a fine representation of what a doctor should be… caring for the patient above all else. Thank you most deeply for your beautiful work on my nose. Thank you most especially for seeing me through a very traumatic experience with outstanding care, sensitivity and professionalism."
For Dr. Massey safety is the first priority with any surgery. He has personally performed hundreds of liposuction surgeries, and none of his patients has had any type of serious complication. Indeed in a recent study of over 15,000 patients treated with tumescent liposuction there was not a single serious complication.
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